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8781902 
Book/Book Chapter 
Bioleaching of copper and uranium 
Natarajan, KA 
2018 
Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology
ISSN: 978-0-12-804239-7 
Elsevier 
Amsterdam, Netherlands 
Biotechnology of metals: Principles, recovery methods, and environmental concerns 
107-150 
English 
WOS:000535941600007 
In this chapter, bioleaching processes for extraction of copper and uranium from their ores and concentrates are illustrated. Microorganisms and biooxidation reactions pertaining to copper and uranium dissolution from different minerals are discussed along with controlling parameters. Heap, dump and “in situ” bioleach operations are highlighted with industrial examples. Stirred tank bioleaching for copper- and uranium-containing concentrates is brought out stressing beneficial aspects such as enhanced leaching kinetics. Modern developments in heap bioleaching of metal concentrates, high-temperature heaps, as well as process controls are discussed. 
Bioleaching; copper; uranium; heap; dumps; in situ mining 
Natarajan, KA 
9780128040225 
IRIS
• Uranium Toxicological Review
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